Tax minimization strategies aren’t just for your wealth-building years. It is also critical to consider the taxes that could be assessed to your estate after your death. The cost of passing your wealth to beneficiaries can be shockingly high. Without careful planning, a lifetime of hard work and conscientious saving can be undone after your […]
Hiring An Independent Contractor? Your Tax Obligations
First time hiring an independent contractor? Here’s what you need to know about taxes. Two months ago in this column, we explained the differences between employees and independent contractors. The IRS has strict rules that you must follow when you make this distinction because there are very different tax rules for each type of worker. […]
Small Business Taxes: Who Pays What?
There are various federal taxes that may apply to your small business. The type and form of business you operate determines what taxes you must pay and how you pay them. At the federal level, several different taxes may apply. Excise Taxes The IRS defines an excise tax as a tax imposed on the sale […]
Uncovering the Secrets of Cost Segregation
Even the most savvy investors and tax experts often avoid the topic of cost segregation. It’s complicated, and a careful reading of tax code doesn’t do much to clear things up. Most IRS-approved applications of cost segregation were developed through individual rulings, rather than written into tax regulations, making it a challenge to get a […]
Simple Solutions for Resolving Outstanding Tax Debt
Despite your best efforts, there is always a possibility that your tax bill will be larger than planned. For those on a tight budget, this can be a problem. Fortunately, if you can’t afford to pay your bill in full by the date it is due, the IRS offers several alternative options. The most important […]
Grow Your Wealth with Tax-Advantaged Income
When it comes to minimizing taxes, most people focus their efforts on maximizing deductions. They look for opportunities to reduce their taxable income by taking advantage of tax laws that allow a wide variety of expenses to be claimed as costs of doing business. This technique is a critical component of your comprehensive tax strategy, […]
How Your Choice of Business Entity Benefits Your Bottom Line
Some small businesses develop gradually, transforming from a part-time hobby to a full-time operation. Others go from zero to a hundred in just a few weeks, as entrepreneurs turn ideas into profitable enterprises, seemingly overnight. In either case, it’s easy to overlook certain details, such as how the business is structured. After all, there are […]